23 Jul 2026

Environmental Groups Sue to Stop Discharge of Toxic Metals from Coal Ash

By Tom McFeeley

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (July 23, 2026) — The Environmental Law and Policy Center, along with other Iowa environmental groups, has sued the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for approving permits that allow hazardous disposal practices at the Ottumwa coal-ash landfill, which holds waste from the Ottumwa coal-burning power plant co-owned by Alliant Energy and MidAmerican Energy.

23 Jul 2026

Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate Recognizes Young Iowans with Prestigious John Lewis Youth Leadership Award

By Ashley Hunt Esquivel

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 23, 2026) — Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate presented the John Lewis Youth Leadership Award to two groups of Iowans who have demonstrated meaningful commitment to addressing civil rights issues and bringing about authentic change in their communities. Nominations for the John Lewis Youth Leadership Award were open to Iowa residents aged 25 years or under.

This year’s honorees are:

22 Jul 2026

Gov Kim Reynolds, Department of Health and Human Services Reinforce Commitment to Foster Youth by Protecting Survivor Benefits

By Heather Nahas

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 22, 2026) — Governor Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services have announced an important change in how the state manages existing federal-survivor benefits received on behalf of eligible children in foster care, specifically those who qualify because they have a deceased parent or other eligible relative.

22 Jul 2026

Local Students Among Mississippi State University's Recent Graduates

By Allison Matthews

MISSISSIPPI STATE, MISSISSIPPI (July 22, 2026) — More than 3,500 students are on the spring 2026 Graduation List at Mississippi State University (MSU). Recent graduates include:

Katia Clymer, of Davenport, Iowa. Clymer received the Master of Sci Instr Tech from MSU's College of Education.

Pedro Rodriguez-Duran, of Davenport, Iowa. Rodriguez-Duran received the Master of Science from MSU's Bagley College of Engineering.

22 Jul 2026

Iowa Finance Authority and Iowa Economic Development Authority Name Boone, Grinnell, Le Mars, and Maquoketa as Iowa Thriving Communities

By Ashley Jared

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 22, 2026) — The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) and Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) has announced Boone, Grinnell, Le Mars, and Maquoketa as the 2027–2028 Iowa Thriving Communities, recognizing their innovation and commitment to advancing housing opportunities.

21 Jul 2026

Des Moines University Students Recognized for Statewide Occupational Therapy Outreach

By Denise Lamphier

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (July 21, 2026) — Students in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program at Des Moines University (DMU) Medicine and Health Sciences recently won the Promote OT Challenge for the state of Iowa.

21 Jul 2026

Savannah Ives of Rock Island, Illinois, Named to Spring 2026 Dean's List at Campbellsville University

By Amber L Meade

CAMPBELLSVILLE, KENTUCKY (July 21, 2026) — Savannah Ives of Rock Island, Illinois, has been named to Spring 2026 Dean's List at Campbellsville University

The Dean's List honors full-time undergraduate students who have achieved outstanding academic success during the fall or spring semester. Students who earn a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher are recognized for their academic accomplishments and dedication to excellence.

21 Jul 2026

Gov Kim Reynolds Appoints Ryan Kehm as District Judge

By Heather Nahas

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 21, 2026) — Governor Kim Reynolds has announced her appointment of Ryan Kehm as a District Judge in Judicial District 2B.

Kehm, of Fort Dodge, Iowa, is an Attorney at Crimmins and Kehm Law Firm. He received his undergraduate degree from Creighton University and law degree from Creighton University School of Law.

21 Jul 2026

Celebrated Bluegrass Duo Dailey and Vincent to Bring A Beautiful Life Tour to Heritage Center

By Stacey Ortman

DUBUQUE, IOWA (July 21, 2026) — Dailey and Vincent will perform music that speaks to faith, family, hope, and the journey they have walked together with A Beautiful Life Tour at 7:30PM, Saturday, August 15, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center. (University of Dubuque affiliates: Faculty, staff, alumni, veterans, and active military members receive a $5 discount.

21 Jul 2026

Downtown Davenport to Host Events and Festivities for Bix Weekend

By Jennifer Walker

DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 21, 2026) — As thousands of runners, spectators, and visitors arrive in Downtown Davenport for the annual Quad-City Times Bix 7 race, the Downtown Davenport Partnership (DDP), in collaboration with community partners, will present a full lineup of free events and activities throughout the weekend.

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